LOS ANGELES— The Parents Television Council, the
nation’s most influential advocacy organization protecting children from
graphic sex, violence and profanity in the media, announced Ashley J.
Kartchner as the director of the South Utah Chapter. This is the third
chapter in Utah; joining the Salt Lake City and Cache Chapters.

A
Utah native, Kartchner brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in social
work and youth development. Her experiences as Youth Facilitator for the
Southwest Center and her education in Child Development from Southern Utah
University bring a unique understanding of the psychological effects of the
media on children.

Dedicated mother and community volunteer, Kartchner has been a long time
volunteer throughout her community. She is an active volunteer for Iron
County Children’s Justice Center, Southern Utah Families Against
Pornography, and is the membership director of Communities for Decency.

The media’s blatant exposure of violence, foul language, and sexual content
has motivated Kartchner into action, “As a mother, I feel it is imperative
that we stand as citizens of this great nation and speak up for our
children. With the overwhelming onslaught of filth pouring through the
public airwaves, we have the right and responsibility to act and hold the
entertainment industry accountable.”

Tim Winter, president of the PTC said, “We
are happy to welcome Ashley as chapter director. Her experience and
education ensure an effective leader who understands the influence of media
on children,” Winter added, “Ashley’s dedication and passion is truly an
example to all of us.”

The Parents Television Council™ (www.parentstv.org®)
is a non-partisan education organization advocating responsible entertainment.
It was founded in 1995 to ensure that children are not constantly assaulted by sex, violence
and profanity on television and in other media. This national
grassroots organization has more than 1.3 million members across the
United States, and works with television producers, broadcasters,
networks and sponsors in an effort to stem the flow of harmful and
negative messages targeted to children. The PTC also works with
elected and appointed government officials to enforce broadcast
decency standards. Most importantly, the PTC produces critical
research and publications documenting the dramatic increase in sex,
violence and profanity in entertainment. This information is
provided free of charge so parents can make informed viewing choices
for their own families.

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